Bank Theatre Assistant

Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited; Ilford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Reward Gateway discount scheme

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Practice Plus Group Hospital Ilford is seeking a Bank Theatre Assistant to support busy operating theatres and clinical areas. You’ll transport patients, assist teams, and help maintain a safe, clean theatre environment.

This 0-hour bank role offers flexible shifts and the chance to gain hands-on NHS-style theatre experience. Under supervision of registered practitioners, you’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, with a focus on patient comfort, infection prevention, and accurate

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and ability to follow instructions.
• Experience in healthcare settings desirable.
• Ability to work in a busy hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely between wards, departments and theatres.
• Support movement of equipment, supplies, specimens and documentation.
• Assist clinical teams in promoting patient comfort and wellbeing.
• Support infection prevention and control procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Patient care

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a busy theatre environment, supporting clinical teams to deliver safe, high-quality patient care. Whether you're looking to build your healthcare experience or develop your career within a hospital setting, this bank role offers flexibility and valuable hands-on experience within a supportive multidisciplinary team. As our Bank Theatre Assistant, you'll support the smooth day-to-day running of our operating theatres and clinical areas. Working under the supervision of registered practitioners, you'll undertake a variety of patient support, transport and environmental duties that contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of surgical services. You'll play an important role in ensuring patients feel supported throughout their hospital journey while helping maintain a safe, clean and organised theatre environment. This role is offered on a bank (0-hour) contract. There are no guaranteed hours, and shifts will be offered depending on business needs. You can accept or decline shifts based on your availability, making this a flexible option-but it may not be suitable if you are seeking consistent or full-time hours.

Practice Plus Group Hospital Ilford

• Transporting patients safely between wards, departments and theatres.
• Supporting the movement of equipment, supplies, specimens and patient documentation throughout the hospital.
• Assisting clinical teams in promoting patient comfort and wellbeing.
• Supporting infection prevention and control procedures.
• Assisting with moving and handling activities under supervision.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation within theatre environments.
• Delivering and collecting linen, waste and supplies across departments.
• Supporting audit, quality and risk management activities.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy and demanding environment.
• Ability to identify risks and escalation concerns appropriately.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently when required.
• Flexible and positive attitude towards supporting a range of duties.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality services and outstanding patient care.
• Experience working within a team environment - desirable.
• A bank rate of £12.71 per hour
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• Opportunity to work within a high performing clinical team
• Supportive working environment focused on quality patient care
• The chance to make a real difference to patients and colleagues alike
• Award winning ED&I programme
• Free access to Reward Gateway discount scheme
• Access to private health insurance
• Wide range of 'time away from work' allowances
• Extensive career development and training opportunities
• Training & Development Tailored CPD training delivered via our bespoke Learning Management System
• Extensive training courses accessible via Practice Plus Group Skills Academy
• Great development and career progression opportunities

At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities.

Since working for Practice Plus Group I have had a vast amount of opportunities and education which has further developed my knowledge and skills as a nurse.